Withholding Love Part 3 - Leadership Implications with Chris Decker & John RizziWithholding Love Part 3 - Leadership Implications with Chris Decker & John Rizzi
The Recovery Lifestyle™
There are many ways to lead. But by far, we should all strive to lead with love. In this episode of The Recovery Lifestyle podcast, our hosts Chris and John talk about love in the context of work and career. Our duo talk about showing love as described in the Bible, and why it’s necessary to love the people you work with, especially those that make doing so a challenge. HIGHLIGHTS We are all leaders in our own right Love in the context of work and career To love is to give people constructive feedback You need to earn the privilege of leading people You need to love people, especially those who are hard to love QUOTES What loving your job really means, according to John: "True love, the kind of love that we're supposed to be showing as Christ's followers, and the kind of love that Paul describes in 1 Corinthians 13. I think that those love characteristics apply to leadership and no matter what we're leading, whether it's work, school, or at home." Chris's advice for young leaders: "As a leader, you actually have to earn that position with the people that you work with. They don't work for you. You work with them. It's a partnership. You have to earn that position everyday, with them." Want to share feedback or need a prayer request? Please visit https://recoverylifestyle.com/contact to reach out!
20:06•14 Sept 2022
Leading with Love: Insights from Chris Decker and John Rizzi
“To love is to give people constructive feedback. You need to earn the position of a leader every day by not withholding love.”
Leadership isn't just about making decisions or giving orders; it's about leading with love. In this episode of 'The Recovery Lifestyle', hosts Chris Decker and John Rizzi tackle the often-overlooked aspect of love in the workplace. They dive into how love, as described in the Bible, can transform professional relationships and why it's essential to love even those who are difficult to work with.
The episode emphasizes that everyone is a leader in their own right, whether at work, school, or home. Chris and John share practical advice on earning the privilege of leading others and providing constructive feedback without withholding love.
One standout moment is when John explains, 'True love, the kind of love that we're supposed to be showing as Christ's followers, applies to leadership no matter what we're leading.' Chris adds, 'As a leader, you actually have to earn that position with the people you work with.' If you're seeking ways to improve your leadership skills and foster a more loving work environment, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips.
Tune in to learn how to lead with love and make a positive impact in your professional life.
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